Spreading the word at Burgh Heath. At Citizens Advice Banstead the volunteer publicity group is always looking for opportunities to talk about the service. They don’t come much better than a busy superstore. Thanks again to ASDA for a great pitch at the store entrance last Friday. To our dynamic publicity chair Helen for setting things up. And to all team members taking shifts throughout the […]
Long-serving advisers leaving – but staying in touch. This month new circumstances mean we sadly say goodbye to 2 dedicated staff members. Chris Blockey has been our advice services manager and court desk supervisor for over 15 years. For many families facing court action and eviction Chris’s calm manner and expertise led to a positive outcome. Reigate court is now closed but our service goes on and Chris hopes […]
David and Sue’s commitment. Reigate & Banstead CA volunteer David Smith and his wife Sue are leading local efforts for One Last Push the campaign to end the suffering polio still causes around the world. We’re proud to add our voice to the couple’s call on government to continue UK support for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. And proud too of David’s continuing work for local […]
Essential. Enjoyable. District Training Day is a highlight of our calendar here at Citizens Advice Reigate & Banstead. Should we get out more? In fact nothing is more essential to our volunteer advisers than feeling confident on the big issues. On 2nd November some of the biggest were on the agenda. With 50 colleagues, expert speakers and sun shining we had a great day. Above all it […]
For mutual benefit. At Citizens Advice Reigate & Banstead we work with many groups to get the best outcome for people who ask us for help. One is Surrey Choices who serve people with a learning or physical disability or mental health need and older people living with dementia who may be vulnerable. It’s really about colleagues sharing expertise for mutual benefit. For example last month our training manager Helen led a session for […]
Positive buzz at volunteer forum. Well done Volunteer Action Reigate & Banstead. Their latest Volunteer Fair on 13 October was a great opportunity for local people to learn about an impressive 35 different community organisations. Citizens Advice Reigate & Banstead was delighted to take part with many existing and new colleagues. The fair was held at Reigate College. There was a positive […]
To grow as a person and add value. What makes our brilliant volunteers give their time and energy to Citizens Advice? Our Training Manager Helen has a pretty good idea. “They want to enhance their skills and help people with problems lead happier lives.” Here’s how it works: You are trained to give advice effectively and improve […]
Stating the obvious. Most of the people who volunteer for Citizens Advice do so because they want to help people – by giving advice (the name is a bit of a giveaway). I joined Citizens Advice to work on Social Policy. This is the bit of Citizens Advice which is not as well known by […]